Emotionally Focused Counselling in Exeter
My approach is integrative, meaning I use several approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, EFT and Parts work.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
My approach is integrative, meaning I use several approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, EFT and Parts work.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
Hello there, I’m Menah. It can be hard to reach out when you’re struggling so you’ve taken the first important step. I understand how problems with low mood and anxiety can overshadow everything, leaving you feeling hopeless and out of control. When you're stuck and overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings this often means being unable to do what you need to do. I can work with you to feel better and get back on track. I'm here to help.
Hello there, I’m Menah. It can be hard to reach out when you’re struggling so you’ve taken the first important step. I understand how problems with low mood and anxiety can overshadow everything, leaving you feeling hopeless and out of control. When you're stuck and overwhelmed by your thoughts and feelings this often means being unable to do what you need to do. I can work with you to feel better and get back on track. I'm here to help.
Do you feel stuck,anxious or overwhelmed?Maybe you're struggling with worry, low confidence or self esteem and it's impacting your life,leaving you feeling isolated and alone. It can be difficult to open up to friends or family for fear we may burden them or they will worry too much about us.This is were counselling can help,talking to someone who is there for you with compassion and judgement can make all the difference,I truly believe that a supportive,trusting counselling relationship is essential in helping you move towards the life you want.
Do you feel stuck,anxious or overwhelmed?Maybe you're struggling with worry, low confidence or self esteem and it's impacting your life,leaving you feeling isolated and alone. It can be difficult to open up to friends or family for fear we may burden them or they will worry too much about us.This is were counselling can help,talking to someone who is there for you with compassion and judgement can make all the difference,I truly believe that a supportive,trusting counselling relationship is essential in helping you move towards the life you want.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
I am a counsellor working with clients compassionately, supportively, empathetically, and professionally. I firmly believe that above all else, a quality alliance is the foundation for all therapeutic work. I warmly welcome you and will hold a safe, non-judgemental space for you to be curious, and to explore those areas which are important to you. I trained and practise as, a person-centred, integrative counsellor utilising various modalities to support individual clients' needs. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional which means I work in a trauma informed way.
I work mainly with adults from all walks of life, all looking to find a more meaningful and fulfilling way of living. Whatever your issues are, together we will explore why you are feeling this way, and work towards change. We will look at what has led to your current issues and what it is you are looking for in order to create those changes. I have a lot of experience working not only face to face but also online and via phone. There is always a choice of a better way of feeling but we sometimes get stuck and unable to find a way forward alone. I can help you to untangle how you are feeling and clear the way for a new path.
I work mainly with adults from all walks of life, all looking to find a more meaningful and fulfilling way of living. Whatever your issues are, together we will explore why you are feeling this way, and work towards change. We will look at what has led to your current issues and what it is you are looking for in order to create those changes. I have a lot of experience working not only face to face but also online and via phone. There is always a choice of a better way of feeling but we sometimes get stuck and unable to find a way forward alone. I can help you to untangle how you are feeling and clear the way for a new path.
Encouraging with gentle curiosity, & a mind-body approach, I work with approaches including Internal Family Systems Level 2, EFT, Polyvagal, Brainspotting & the work of Gabor Mate.
I am an experienced Integrative counsellor and qualified Internal Family Systems therapist, working with adults across a wide range of life's challenges in the Exeter area and on-line. I hope to encourage self-acceptance as a good enough person, quietening the inner critic & bringing self-compassion to the relationship you have with your parts & transforming your relationship with others. Together, we can explore the feelings, thoughts & relational patterns that have been causing you distress. I can support you to gain a deeper understanding of the effects of past experiences & how these may impact your struggles in the present.
Encouraging with gentle curiosity, & a mind-body approach, I work with approaches including Internal Family Systems Level 2, EFT, Polyvagal, Brainspotting & the work of Gabor Mate.
I am an experienced Integrative counsellor and qualified Internal Family Systems therapist, working with adults across a wide range of life's challenges in the Exeter area and on-line. I hope to encourage self-acceptance as a good enough person, quietening the inner critic & bringing self-compassion to the relationship you have with your parts & transforming your relationship with others. Together, we can explore the feelings, thoughts & relational patterns that have been causing you distress. I can support you to gain a deeper understanding of the effects of past experiences & how these may impact your struggles in the present.
We can feel overwhelmed sometimes: it might be the breakdown of a relationship, lack of meaning in our life, daily struggles or those horrible feelings of anxiety that just won’t go away. We might not be feeling happy but we’re not sure why, we might feel life isn’t going the way we want it to whilst everyone else seems to be doing ok. Talking openly and feeling truly heard can be life changing: we can say all those things that keep going round in our heads, the issues that keep coming back time and again, and work towards understanding what’s going on, make changes and find some peace. Isn't that what we all want and deserve?
We can feel overwhelmed sometimes: it might be the breakdown of a relationship, lack of meaning in our life, daily struggles or those horrible feelings of anxiety that just won’t go away. We might not be feeling happy but we’re not sure why, we might feel life isn’t going the way we want it to whilst everyone else seems to be doing ok. Talking openly and feeling truly heard can be life changing: we can say all those things that keep going round in our heads, the issues that keep coming back time and again, and work towards understanding what’s going on, make changes and find some peace. Isn't that what we all want and deserve?
The therapeutic space that client and therapist build together is an open space where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be looked at in an accepting and allowing, as well as real and honest way. Doing so can help with issues such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, anger, relationship problems as well as less easily identifiable feelings such as existential insecurity or a general sense of meaninglessness. It can be difficult to talk to those close to you as they often, understandably, struggle to remain impartial.
The therapeutic space that client and therapist build together is an open space where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be looked at in an accepting and allowing, as well as real and honest way. Doing so can help with issues such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, anger, relationship problems as well as less easily identifiable feelings such as existential insecurity or a general sense of meaninglessness. It can be difficult to talk to those close to you as they often, understandably, struggle to remain impartial.
Im Victoria, a BACP accredited therapist with over 20 years clinical experience. I specialise in Trauma/PTSD, addictions and women’s health. I also work with autism, ADHD, menopause, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions and more. Together, we will create a bespoke plan based on what you hope to achieve in therapy and I will offer you compassion, and safety, so you can begin to trust in our relationship and the work we will embark on together. My approach is integrative and holistic, using evidence based therapies, to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being and health.
Im Victoria, a BACP accredited therapist with over 20 years clinical experience. I specialise in Trauma/PTSD, addictions and women’s health. I also work with autism, ADHD, menopause, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions and more. Together, we will create a bespoke plan based on what you hope to achieve in therapy and I will offer you compassion, and safety, so you can begin to trust in our relationship and the work we will embark on together. My approach is integrative and holistic, using evidence based therapies, to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being and health.
I support people dealing with all forms of grief, loss and change. This may be bereavement, loss of a job, relationship difficulties or endings or just feeling lost or overwhelmed in life itself. This may lead you to struggle with anxiety, stress or sadness. I also work with men struggling to understand their place. I support gay clients and those with LGBT concerns. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to unpack and explore your feelings and better understand what is going on. You may be feeling lost, anxious, uncertain or scared. That's understandable. Let's work together to find a way forward for you.
I support people dealing with all forms of grief, loss and change. This may be bereavement, loss of a job, relationship difficulties or endings or just feeling lost or overwhelmed in life itself. This may lead you to struggle with anxiety, stress or sadness. I also work with men struggling to understand their place. I support gay clients and those with LGBT concerns. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to unpack and explore your feelings and better understand what is going on. You may be feeling lost, anxious, uncertain or scared. That's understandable. Let's work together to find a way forward for you.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we we'll explore what's holding you back and work towards meaningful change, one honest conversation at a time.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in confidence or just stuck and you don't know how to move forward, you're not alone. Maybe you're wondering if therapy is right for you? As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, I provide a space where you can unravel your thoughts, process your emotions, and rediscover your inner strength.
Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self esteem, relationship challenges or major life transitions, I tailor my approach to you. Together we we'll explore what's holding you back and work towards meaningful change, one honest conversation at a time.
Just not feeling right? Worried, exhausted, or facing a problem that feels too tangled to solve alone? I help people pause, think clearly, and find a way forward. Whether you're at a crossroads, navigating a stressful situation, caring for others, or a student struggling at University, I offer space to reflect and take practical steps toward change. I adapt my approach to meet your specific needs and help you understand your situation more clearly, so you can make changes that feel right for you. You’ll leave with a personalised toolbox of skills you can use long after therapy ends—tools that support lasting change.
Just not feeling right? Worried, exhausted, or facing a problem that feels too tangled to solve alone? I help people pause, think clearly, and find a way forward. Whether you're at a crossroads, navigating a stressful situation, caring for others, or a student struggling at University, I offer space to reflect and take practical steps toward change. I adapt my approach to meet your specific needs and help you understand your situation more clearly, so you can make changes that feel right for you. You’ll leave with a personalised toolbox of skills you can use long after therapy ends—tools that support lasting change.
As an experienced nurse and family therapist in CAMHS and private practice, I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 14 years. I specialise in working with mental health, relationships, self-harm, mood difficulties, emotional dysregulation and eating and body image difficulties. Alongside working with families and couples, I have an interest in supporting clients who are neurodiverse, diagnosed or self-diagnosed, to live in an authentic and unmasked way that aligns with their values. I provide a compassionate and open space and embrace working in a neuro-affirming way to support you to feel empowered and heard.
As an experienced nurse and family therapist in CAMHS and private practice, I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 14 years. I specialise in working with mental health, relationships, self-harm, mood difficulties, emotional dysregulation and eating and body image difficulties. Alongside working with families and couples, I have an interest in supporting clients who are neurodiverse, diagnosed or self-diagnosed, to live in an authentic and unmasked way that aligns with their values. I provide a compassionate and open space and embrace working in a neuro-affirming way to support you to feel empowered and heard.
Let's be real. Your coping skills aren't cutting it anymore, but you don't have to 'just manage' any longer. I'm Devon, an American professional therapist who is dedicated to helping you implement changes that are most important to you and live the life that feels safe, steady, and easy. Together, we will work to understand why you do the things that you do, and come up with practical ways to get you feeling like the healthiest, most balanced version of yourself again. With a focus on modern, scientific and evidence-based treatments, we will work to heal and overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relational issues.
Let's be real. Your coping skills aren't cutting it anymore, but you don't have to 'just manage' any longer. I'm Devon, an American professional therapist who is dedicated to helping you implement changes that are most important to you and live the life that feels safe, steady, and easy. Together, we will work to understand why you do the things that you do, and come up with practical ways to get you feeling like the healthiest, most balanced version of yourself again. With a focus on modern, scientific and evidence-based treatments, we will work to heal and overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relational issues.
Dr Claire Parker - Perinatal Clinical
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in the perinatal period, offering safe, empowering, and compassionate therapeutic spaces for all.
With over 10 years of clinical experience in the NHS, I have developed expertise in working with trauma and perinatal mental health. While the perinatal period is a particular focus, I also work with individuals and couples across a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in the perinatal period, offering safe, empowering, and compassionate therapeutic spaces for all.
With over 10 years of clinical experience in the NHS, I have developed expertise in working with trauma and perinatal mental health. While the perinatal period is a particular focus, I also work with individuals and couples across a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
Dr Claire Treleaven - Perinatal Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Exeter EX1
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience in the NHS, supporting individuals at some of the most difficult times in their lives. I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and couples, for whom difficult or traumatic experiences of pregnancy, birth, fertility, becoming a parent, and baby loss are common. This is an extremely vulnerable period in a woman’s life, with so much uncertainty and change to navigate. For many, having a safe space to be able to explore and make sense of their experiences, and often their own experience of being parented, enables them to make changes and move toward their goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years experience in the NHS, supporting individuals at some of the most difficult times in their lives. I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and couples, for whom difficult or traumatic experiences of pregnancy, birth, fertility, becoming a parent, and baby loss are common. This is an extremely vulnerable period in a woman’s life, with so much uncertainty and change to navigate. For many, having a safe space to be able to explore and make sense of their experiences, and often their own experience of being parented, enables them to make changes and move toward their goals.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the challenges life has thrown your way? Whether you're struggling with the aftermath of trauma, abuse, or simply feeling lost and not sure what you're struggling with, I want you to know that you don’t have to face this alone. It’s okay to need help, and reaching out is a brave first step toward feeling better and healing. I’m here to support you—every step of the way. Together, we can work through the overwhelming feelings and untangle the patterns that no longer serve you. When life feels heavy, the thought of change can seem impossible.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the challenges life has thrown your way? Whether you're struggling with the aftermath of trauma, abuse, or simply feeling lost and not sure what you're struggling with, I want you to know that you don’t have to face this alone. It’s okay to need help, and reaching out is a brave first step toward feeling better and healing. I’m here to support you—every step of the way. Together, we can work through the overwhelming feelings and untangle the patterns that no longer serve you. When life feels heavy, the thought of change can seem impossible.
I have extensive experience working with identity and relationship issues. I have more than 8 years experience working with cultural issues, identity and multicultural marriage or relationship. I offer a safe and confidential place to talk about your challenges or concerns that may be confusing, troubling, painful or uncomfortable for you.
I have extensive experience working with identity and relationship issues. I have more than 8 years experience working with cultural issues, identity and multicultural marriage or relationship. I offer a safe and confidential place to talk about your challenges or concerns that may be confusing, troubling, painful or uncomfortable for you.
I see therapy as a safe place to gently explore and make more sense of our lives; where we can gain insight, challenge our beliefs, process our experiences and find better ways of being. I believe we gain insight and develop a sense of ourselves through relationship. I have particular experience and skills in working with relationships, loss and bereavement, issues from childhood, including sexual abuse, neglect and attachment.
I see therapy as a safe place to gently explore and make more sense of our lives; where we can gain insight, challenge our beliefs, process our experiences and find better ways of being. I believe we gain insight and develop a sense of ourselves through relationship. I have particular experience and skills in working with relationships, loss and bereavement, issues from childhood, including sexual abuse, neglect and attachment.
Hello. My name is Lou. If you are feeling vulnerable or are in need of some help; maybe things are no longer in your control, than please get in touch. Not being able to trust or understand your own thoughts and feelings, yet finding yourself stuck in them, can be very overwhelming and I would like to support and help you find some peace and calm, so you can re-connect to yourself and your world around you again without so much pain, fear or sadness. I am available by Telephone or Online via Zoom. Email me for further details or visit my website.
Hello. My name is Lou. If you are feeling vulnerable or are in need of some help; maybe things are no longer in your control, than please get in touch. Not being able to trust or understand your own thoughts and feelings, yet finding yourself stuck in them, can be very overwhelming and I would like to support and help you find some peace and calm, so you can re-connect to yourself and your world around you again without so much pain, fear or sadness. I am available by Telephone or Online via Zoom. Email me for further details or visit my website.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.